KJV ORIGINAL
Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
As an inheritance to Israel his servant, because his love and kindness last forever.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is giving Israel their promised land as a permanent inheritance because his faithful love never ends.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Psalm 136, a liturgical psalm recited during Jewish festivals that recounts God's mighty acts throughout Israel's history. The 'inheritance' refers to the Promised Land that God gave to the Israelites after delivering them from Egypt and leading them through the wilderness. Each verse in this psalm ends with the refrain 'for his mercy endureth for ever,' emphasizing God's unchanging faithfulness to his covenant people.
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